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Will Young remembers ‘courageous and gentle’ Darius

The singer starred alongside Darius Campbell Danesh on the inaugural series of Pop Idol.

The Independent UK

Will Young breaks silence on Darius' sudden death as he pays tribute to Pop Idol star

Will Young, who starred on Pop Idol with Darius back in 2001, has paid tribute to the singer following his sudden death aged 41

Daily Mirror

Gerard Butler says Darius Campbell Danesh had the 'heart of a lion' in emotional tribute to his friend

'He was an incredible talent, a singer whose voice touched your soul and an actor with great presence'

Wales Online

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Coldplay ‘send love’ to Darius Campbell Danesh during sold out Wembley gig

The band paid tribute to their ‘old friend’

Evening Standard

Natasha Henstridge: Who is Darius Campbell Danesh's ex-wife

Tributes have been pouring in for Glaswegian singer and Pop idol star, Darius Campbell Danesh, with his former wife, Natasha Henstridge, speaking out following the tragic news.

Glasgow Live

Darius Danesh was 'really excited about Pop Idol comeback' weeks before death

Plans were reportedly being made for filming at the Criterion Theatre in London’s West End.

Daily Record

A-level results: Fifteen famous people who prove you don’t need good grades to be successful

Sir Richard Branson, Drew Barrymore, Carey Mulligan, Steven Spielberg and Cameron Diaz among the celebrities who went on to triumph after exam disappointment

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15 famous people who prove you don't need good grades to be successful

When you're in the middle of exams, it can feel like they're taking over your whole life.

The Independent UK

Celebrity A-Level results - from unexpected acting geniuses and TV star flops

Famous faces have all experienced the stress, joy and despair of A-Level results day just like thousands of teenagers up and down the country today

Daily Mirror

Music producer Steve Lillywhite remembers Darius as ‘talented’ with ‘big heart’

Darius Campbell Danesh first found fame on ITV show Popstars in 2001.

The Independent UK

Darius Campbell Danesh was ‘excited’ to be involved in recent Pop Idol reunion plans

The West End star was ‘in talks’ with the talent show just weeks before his death

Evening Standard

Darius Danesh's Edinburgh life before fame including a fashion show and student digs

Well before tasting success on TV screens and in the UK charts, the late Darius Campbell Danesh got to know the capital well as a student at Edinburgh University.

Edinburgh Live

Darius based his Chicago role on Simon Cowell when he starred opposite Ugly Betty star

Before his tragic passing last week, Darius Campbell Danesh took inspiration from former Pop Idol mentor Simon Cowell as he took on the role of Billy Flynn in Chicago in 2011

Daily Mirror

Moment Pop Idol star Darius Danesh found dead confirmed in heartbreaking 911 call

His grieving family confirmed the awful news in an emotional statement on Tuesday, informing his many devastated fans that he had died 'suddenly' at his apartment.

Edinburgh Live

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Manchester Evening News

Pop Idol judge Pete Waterman chokes up on BBC Breakfast as he talks about friend Darius Campbell Danesh's plans before death

Pete appeared on BBC Breakfast and Good Morning Britain where he told viewers about how close he was with the late star

Daily Mirror

Selfless Darius Campbell Danesh helped Sheridan Smith through toughest time of her life

In a Loose Women interview from 2017, late Pop Idol singer Darius Campbell Danesh, opened up about his close relationship with Sheridan Smith as he detailed how he helped her through her dad's death

Glasgow Live

Darius Campbell Danesh: Simon Cowell and Gareth Gates lead tributes to late star

Tributes have poured in following the death of the Glasgow born star. Darius Campbell Danesh rose to fame after appearing on ITV's Popstars and a year later bagged a spot in Pop Idol alongside Gareth Gates and Will Young.

Daily Record

Heartbreaking moment Darius Campbell Danesh found dead revealed in 911 call

Following the news of Darius' death, a police dispatch reveals a call was placed at 11.53am when a 'medical' team was requested for a 'possible deceased' person.

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Liverpool Echo

Simon Cowell says Darius Campbell Danesh's death is an 'absolute tragedy' as he leads tributes

Darius was found dead aged 41 in his apartment in Minnesota

Liverpool Echo

Gareth Gates pays tribute to ‘big brother’ Darius Campbell Danesh following his death

Rylan Clark and Simon Cowell have also shared tributes to the singer, who's death was announced on Tuesday

Wales Online

Simon Cowell cuddles Lauren Silverman as he looks very different

Simon's thin appearance sparked concern earlier this year

Daily Mirror

Simon Cowell looks slimmer than ever on holiday with his fiancée, son and ex-girlfriend

X Factor creator Simon Cowell spent some time in the countryside recently with his fiancée Lauren Silverman and their son Eric Cowell, as well as family friends like his ex-girlfriend Terri Seymour

The Independent UK

Pete Waterman: ‘Darius could have gone on to be bigger than Michael Buble’

Music executive Waterman was a judge on Pop Idol when Darius Campbell Danesh was a contestant.

Daily Record

Darius Campbell Danesh nearly died twice before passing away aged just 41

The singer and actor was found dead in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11, in his apartment.

Daily Record

Last photo of Darius shows Pop Idol star with fellow Scot Gerard Butler before tragic death

Darius Campbell Danesh was pictured with fellow Scot Gerard Butler shortly before he died.

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